9727 Highway 79

Descanso, CA 91916

$774,500
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,056 Sq. Ft.
$733 / Sq. Ft.
1,056
Sq. Ft.
$733
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/2/23
Closed 8/2/23
an aerial view of residential houses with outdoor space and trees

Description

In the beautiful agricultural/equestrian center of the historic town of Descanso, CA lies a rare offering of 2 legal parcels, packaged together and making up 1.15 +/- acres of versatile real estate opportunity, in the San Diego backcountry. Three unique residences embody individual character and charm - from the 1-Bed / 1-Bath, 340sf “Caretakers Cottage”, ideal for guests or visitors, to the 2016 rebuilt 2-Bed / 1 Bath, 1288sf “Stone House”, perfect for family and friends, followed by the main 2-Bed...In the beautiful agricultural/equestrian center of the historic town of Descanso, CA lies a rare offering of 2 legal parcels, packaged together and making up 1.15 +/- acres of versatile real estate opportunity, in the San Diego backcountry. Three unique residences embody individual character and charm - from the 1-Bed / 1-Bath, 340sf “Caretakers Cottage”, ideal for guests or visitors, to the 2016 rebuilt 2-Bed / 1 Bath, 1288sf “Stone House”, perfect for family and friends, followed by the main 2-Bed / 2-Bath, 1108sf “Chateau” with a drive-in garage and wrap-around deck, situated conveniently above a potential garden area and large horse turnout. This property includes a private well and 5k gallon water storage tank, which supports all residences. Guests or tenants will appreciate the location and privacy of each home, and family will cherish being a stone’s throw from loved ones. In addition, there is a 640sf gathering facility known as the “Short Branch Saloon”, which features a built-in bar with backbar and space for card tables and a pool table. Enter the private drive to this fully fenced property. Rs zoning and “Q” animal designator allows for a variety of animal activities. There are already multiple horse paddocks, 3-horse stable with hay storage, a chicken coop, and multiple covered shops for equipment, vehicles, or supplies- this property offers versatility!
  1. Listed by Danielle Knight • DRE #02106225 • Brokerage DRE #01109566 • Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty
  2. Listed by James Kylstad • DRE #00870107 • Brokerage DRE #01078868 • Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty

Property Details for 9727 Highway 79

View
Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Parking Spaces Total
3
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Air
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Public Records
Living Area
1056
Assessor Parcel Number
407-112-06-00
LISTING UPDATED: 08/02/2023 08:32 PM

Property Details for 9727 Highway 79

StatusClosed
MLS #NDP2206264
Days on Market375
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2014
Lot Size1.15 AC / 50,094 SF
CountySan Diego County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty, Danielle Knight, DRE #02106225; Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty, James Kylstad, DRE #00870107

Sold By Redfin Corporation, Tamara Markey-Truax, DRE #01372439

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Building Information for 9727 Highway 79

Stories1Year Built2014Building Size-Lot Size1.15 AC / 50,094 SF

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$4,127 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,775

Property Taxes

$352

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 9727 Highway 79

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Financing: Cash, Exchange
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: TR 215
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $0
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Rural, Biking
  • Number Of Units In Community: 3
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Driveway
  • Fence: No
  • Structures: Horse Allowed, Horse Facilities, Rural, Horse Property Improved
  • Other Structures: Horse Allowed, Horse Facilities, Rural, Horse Property Improved
  • Miscellaneous: Horse Allowed, Horse Facilities, Rural, Horse Property Improved
  • View Description: Trees/Woods
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Pool Heat: N/K
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: No
  • Additional Parcels Description: 407-112-07-00, 407-130-18-00, 407-130-20-00
  • Lot Features: Horse Property, Horse Property Improved
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 3
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: No
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Private, Well
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Sewer/Septic: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: No
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 3
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 9727 Highway 79

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 2, 2023

Sold

CRMLS #NDP2206264

$774,500—
Aug 2, 2023

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2206264

$774,500—
Aug 2, 2023

Sold

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

$774,500—
Jul 3, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1515681444

$774,500—
Jun 26, 2023

Temporarily Off Market

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

—
Jun 26, 2023

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2206264

—
Jun 26, 2023

Pending

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

—
Jun 25, 2023

Pending

CRMLS #NDP2206264

—
Jan 27, 2023

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

$799,000—
Oct 13, 2022

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2206264

$799,000—
Jun 16, 2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2206264

$999,000—
Jun 15, 2022

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2206264

$999,000—
Jun 15, 2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

$999,000—
Oct 29, 2007

Expired

SDMLS #61091037

—
Oct 29, 2006

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #61091037

$1,300—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/02/2023

Sold

CRMLS #NDP2206264

$774,500
08/02/2023

Sold

SDMLS #NDP2206264

$774,500
08/02/2023

Sold

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

$774,500
07/03/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1515681444

$774,500
06/26/2023

Temporarily Off Market

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

—
06/26/2023

Pending

SDMLS #NDP2206264

—
06/26/2023

Pending

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

—
06/25/2023

Pending

CRMLS #NDP2206264

—
01/27/2023

Price Change

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

$799,000
10/13/2022

Price Change

CRMLS #NDP2206264

$799,000
06/16/2022

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #NDP2206264

$999,000
06/15/2022

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #NDP2206264

$999,000
06/15/2022

Listed (Active)

CLAW #NDP2206264MR

$999,000
10/29/2007

Expired

SDMLS #61091037

—
10/29/2006

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #61091037

$1,300

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 9727 Highway 79

Taxable ValueLand$229,500Additions$153,000Total$382,500
Tax Record2025$4,219 ($352 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt1,056 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,056 SqFtLot Size23,705 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2014ZoningR-1:SINGLE FACountySAN DIEGOAPN407-112-06-00

Schools near 9727 Highway 79

This home is within Mountain Empire Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Descanso Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Camp Lockett Middle
Public - 7 to 8
Mountain Empire High School
Public - 9 to 12
JCS - Pine Valley
Charter - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Descanso Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Camp Lockett Middle
Public7 to 8

Mountain Empire High School
Public9 to 12

JCS - Pine Valley
CharterK to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty, Danielle Knight, DRE #02106225; Chameleon/Red Hawk Realty, James Kylstad, DRE #00870107

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